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Malkangiri: A new branch of the State Bank of India (SBI) has been inaugurated at Padia, the sub-divisional headquarters of Malkangiri district. The branch has been newly established in front of the government group health center. Present at the inauguration were Development Officer Ashwini Kumar Mahapatra, Group Health Officer Sheshadev Behera, and Padia Police Station Sub-Inspector Nirod Kumar Bagh. The new SBI branch is expected…

Malkangiri: World Red Cross Day was observed under the auspices of the District Administration, the Red Cross Society, and Malkangiri College Youth Red Cross Unit. The theme of this year’s celebration was “On the Path of Humanity.” Presided over by Chairperson Premarekha Bhatra, the event was inaugurated by the Vice President of the Red Cross Society and Additional District Magistrate, Bedabar Pradhan, as the Chief…

Baipariguda  Accident near Chandrapada village under Baipariguda police station. A car heading towards Malkangiri crashed into a tree. 3 dead and 2 injured, as per reports. The car is said to have come from Nayagarh.

Koraput:  The second phase of restoration work of the historic and much-discussed Jagannath Sagar — considered the lifeline of Jeypore town in Koraput district — has commenced today with funding from the state government. For this purpose, a tender worth ₹8.40 crore was floated, and Raip Organization from Kalahandi district secured the contract by quoting 9.99% less than the estimated amount. The work is expected…

Tihidi: Ganesh Baba, the well-known spiritual leader and chief promoter of the Mahima Organization in Bhadrak district, passed away on Friday and was laid to rest in the very chamber (vault) he had personally prepared for his final rest. Though unexpected, the 9:20 AM news of his demise shocked many. He had been taken to a hospital in the capital for treatment five days ago.…

Bhubaneswar: While Operation Sindoor against Pakistan remains a proud chapter, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has called upon citizens to strengthen the country’s defence preparedness. In a message shared through social media, he appealed to the youth to join the Civil Defence Organization as volunteers. The CM stated, “The protection of our nation’s people and resources is the collective responsibility of all. Security and…

Nandapur In Nandapur block of Koraput district, Odisha, a significant environmental and administrative issue has emerged due to the unauthorized felling of fruit-bearing trees and the encroachment of land originally designated for community use. This situation has led to the degradation of local ecosystems and a decline in the economic resources available to the panchayats. Key Issues Identified: Loss of Fruit-Bearing Trees: Traditional orchards containing mango,…

Delhi Health Minister directs medicine distribution companies  Be prepared for emergency situations; maintain adequate stock of medicines  Ensure there is no disruption in healthcare services  Strict action will be taken if responsibilities are neglected Territorial Army instructed to remain on standby

Nabarangpur The ritual of Mohini Ekadashi, also known as Vaishakha Shukla Bada Ekadashi, along with the worship of Shri Satyanarayan, was solemnly observed in the premises of Shri Jagannath Temple in Nabarangpur town. This major Ekadashi ritual and the Homa for Shri Satyanarayan were conducted in the Natyamandap (temple auditorium) of the temple. The day began with the worship of the Sun God early in the…

Bhubaneswar: Children should dream and continuously strive to fulfill their dreams. They must engage in self-reflection and analysis to make the right decisions. Parents should not impose their desires on their children but instead have open discussions and allow them to choose their future based on their interests. This was the call made by Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy while attending the ‘Sambad Matric…